Step into an executive leadership role where your presence drives real outcomes across five regional Queensland communities

Earn a competitive $160,000 - $180,000 base salary with fully subsidised housing, utilities, and a private-use vehicle

Relocation assistance up to $12,000 to help you and your family settle comfortably into your new community

Return flights to Brisbane may be included for the right candidate

Enjoy a values-led culture and high visibility across 5 towns where transparency, trust, and leadership truly matter

About Barcaldine Regional Council

Barcaldine Regional Council (BRC) proudly serves five diverse communities across Central West Queensland: Barcaldine, Alpha, Aramac, Jericho, and Muttaburra. As a values-led rural Council, BRC is committed to improving the lives of its residents through transparency, collaboration, and equitable service delivery. In recent years, BRC has focused on strengthening community engagement, uplifting internal systems, and building visible leadership across its district offices. With exciting strategic priorities ahead, including a major ERP implementation, the organisation is seeking an executive leader who can help shape the future of service delivery in regional Queensland.

This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a role with true regional impact, working alongside dedicated teams who are passionate about their communities.

For more information, please visit our website: https://www.barcaldinerc.qld.gov.au

About the Opportunity

Barcaldine Regional Council is looking for a full-time Director of Corporate & Community Services based in Barcaldine, QLD.

Reporting to the CEO, this role is accountable for overseeing corporate services, including finance, systems, governance, and community-facing operations across five regional townships.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Supporting and guiding the Finance team while systems are strengthened

Leading organisational transformation, including oversight of a whole-of-council ERP implementation

Providing strong executive visibility through monthly visits to depots and admin centres

Maintaining a presence across five towns and balancing regional service equity

Building effective relationships across internal teams, the Council, and the wider community

Driving transparency, accountability, and community engagement from the executive level

Championing local government service delivery with a focus on responsiveness and trust

Leading governance and financial compliance activities in collaboration with the Council and stakeholders

Ensuring all communities feel heard and represented in executive decision-making

Representing BRC at forums, meetings, and stakeholder events as required

About You

We're looking for a well-rounded leader with extensive leadership experience, a strong background in finance, and the ability to build meaningful relationships across regional communities. Strength in all three areas - finance, leadership, and community engagement is essential for success in this role.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

CA or CPA qualification (highly regarded but not essential)

Experience working within or supporting local government service delivery

Exposure to ERP implementation or systems improvement at a leadership level

Knowledge of Queensland’s local governance and funding environments

Strategic oversight of finance, governance, and operational improvement initiatives

As our ideal candidate, you will possess the following soft skills that will help you succeed in this role:

Strong leadership presence with proven ability to guide and empower teams

Personable and community-focused, with excellent stakeholder engagement skills

Effective communicator who values transparency and is comfortable in the public eye

Highly organised and confident, managing competing priorities across dispersed teams

Resilient, adaptable, and motivated by meaningful impact in regional communities

This is a highly visible and trusted leadership role that plays a key part in shaping BRC’s future. You’ll be the kind of person who thrives in a dynamic, community-connected environment and is energised by the opportunity to make a tangible difference.

About the Benefits

Based on skills and experience, you will receive a competitive annual salary of $160,000 - $180,000, plus a generous suite of benefits, including:

Fully subsidised housing and all utility bills covered

Relocation assistance of up to $12,000 to support your move and help you settle in comfortably

Private use vehicle for business and personal use within Queensland

Laptop and work phone provided for business use

Return flights to Brisbane may be included for the right candidate

Opportunity to drive high-level strategy and local impact

A collaborative and respectful leadership team with a focus on integrity and visibility

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to lead with purpose in one of Queensland’s most engaged regional Councils - APPLY NOW and bring your leadership to where it’s truly needed.